Meta Box vs Uncanny Automator

Evenly matched on the points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.

At a glance

FeatureMeta BoxUncanny Automator
Our score8.6/108.7/10 (better)
Starts at$49/year$20/month
Free versionYesYes
Refund window14 days14 days
BillingSubscriptionSubscription
Active installs500K+ (better)40K+
Last Black Friday–50% off
CategoryAdmin & dev toolsAdmin & dev tools
VendoreLightUpUncanny Owl
Black Friday 2026Not announcedNot announced

Which should you choose?

Choose Meta Box if…

  • Developers building custom content types
  • Agencies managing client sites with custom fields

Choose Uncanny Automator if…

  • Site owners who want to automate WordPress tasks without code
  • Multisite networks needing one automation tool across many sites

Features

Meta Box

  • Custom post types and taxonomies
  • Custom fields with a UI
  • Relationships
  • Frontend submission forms
  • Conditional logic
  • Custom tables
  • Migration from other field plugins

Uncanny Automator

  • No-code automation
  • Uncanny Agent AI assistant
  • Multisite support
  • Custom User Fields addon
  • Restrict Content addon
  • User Lists addon
  • Dynamic Content addon

Pros and cons

Meta Box

  • Free version available on WordPress.org
  • Migrates fields from ACF, Pods and Toolset
  • Lifetime bundle at 299 for 3 sites
  • 14-day money-back guarantee
  • Frontend forms, conditional logic and custom tables need PRO extensions
  • Bundles renew yearly at the regular price
  • Lifetime bundle covers 3 sites; unlimited sites costs 699

Uncanny Automator

  • Free version available on WordPress.org
  • 14-day money-back guarantee
  • Rated 4.9/5 on WordPress.org by 40,000+ active sites
  • Multisite support on the Plus and Elite plans
  • Uncanny Agent usage is limited by plan and extra usage packs cost extra
  • Several addons are only included on the Plus and Elite plans
  • A WordPress.org support thread says the plugin listing does not make clear which features need a paid plan

Pricing plans

Meta Box

  • Basic BundleStarts here

    $49/year

    1 site

    • 12 PRO extensions
    • 1 year of updates and support
    • Annual renewal at regular price
  • Ultimate Bundle

    $99/year

    3 sites

    • All PRO extensions
    • All future PRO extensions
    • Meta Box All-In-One plugin
  • Basic Bundle

    $149/year

    Unlimited sites

    • 12 PRO extensions
    • 1 year of updates and support
    • Annual renewal at regular price

Uncanny Automator

  • BasicStarts here

    $20/month

    1 site

    • Uncanny Agent with standard monthly and anytime usage
    • 1 year of premium support and updates
  • Plus

    $30/month

    10 sites

    • Multisite support
    • Uncanny Agent with 2x usage
    • Custom User Fields, Restrict Content and User Lists addons
  • Elite

    $40/month

    50 sites

    • Multisite support
    • Uncanny Agent with 4x usage
    • Elite Integrations and Dynamic Content addons

Meta Box vs Uncanny Automator questions

Is Meta Box better than Uncanny Automator?

They're evenly matched on the points we can measure. Pick by features and budget.

Which is cheaper, Meta Box or Uncanny Automator?

Meta Box starts at $49/year and Uncanny Automator starts at $20/month.

Can I get Meta Box or Uncanny Automator cheaper on Black Friday?

Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Uncanny Automator was 50% off last year.

Both products

Meta Box

8.6/10

Access to all the powerful plugins you need to build custom fields & custom data for your WordPress websites, and the top-rated, expert support.

Free version
Yes
Price
From $49/year
Category
Admin & dev tools

Uncanny Automator allows you to connect your WordPress site and automate tasks between various plugins and apps, enhancing productivity without any coding.

Free version
Yes
Price
From $20/month
Category
Admin & dev tools

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